Passengers traveling through Jodhpur and Puri should prepare for significant operational changes this July as Indian Railways undertakes critical infrastructure and safety works. While Jodhpur faces route diversions due to construction, Puri is temporarily suspending parcel services to facilitate ongoing modernization efforts. Key updates for travelers include:
- Three Jodhpur-bound trains are currently diverted due to the construction of a Road Under Bridge (RUB).
- Nine train routes will face changes and five will be short-terminated between July 16 and 21 due to doubling work in the Gorakhpur Cantt-Unaula section.
- Puri station parcel booking will remain suspended for 12 days to accommodate regional infrastructure adjustments.
- Eight MEMU services have been cancelled in July 2026 for safety-related maintenance.
Infrastructure Projects and Network Impact
These operational shifts are part of a broader push to upgrade the rail network. Jodhpur railway station is currently undergoing a Rs 474 crore redevelopment project, which began in January 2023 and is scheduled for completion by 2026. These upgrades aim to provide world-class passenger amenities. The current diversions follow a challenging month for rail traffic, which saw disruptions earlier in July due to heavy rains and landslides affecting the Mumbai and Central Railway divisions.
Updates for Odisha Passengers
In Odisha, the temporary suspension of parcel services at Puri is a necessary step to streamline station operations. Despite these temporary hurdles, the East Coast Railway has bolstered connectivity by launching a new Puri-Koraput Tri-Weekly Express, which officially began operations on July 11. This addition is a major relief for commuters traveling between coastal and southern Odisha. Furthermore, Puri station recently reached a milestone in its own modernization journey, having successfully completed ballastless track construction and platform development between March and May 2026.
Passengers are advised to check the latest schedules via the official IRCTC portal or the NTES app before planning their journeys, as these infrastructure-driven changes are essential for the long-term safety and efficiency of the Indian Railways network.